More Than a Stay: Cap St. George, Paphos

My life is a collection of mood boards, floor plans, and sensory details. I’m obsessed with how spaces make people feel. So, when I travel, it’s never just a holiday; it’s a masterclass in hospitality, a source of inspiration, and a deep dive into the soul of a place. My recent escape to the breathtaking Cap St. George Hotel in Paphos was exactly that, a lesson in flow and genuine warmth.

From the moment I arrived, the property unfolded like a beautifully sequenced event. The flow from the grand entrance to the serene pools and down to the sparkling Mediterranean is a study in intentional design. It’s a venue that understands anticipation and reveal, a principle we love in event planning.

A Feast for the Senses: Culinary Journeys

My inner (and outer) foodie was in heaven. We embarked on a culinary tour of the hotel’s offerings, and each venue had its own distinct personality.

Kohili Restaurant: The energy here is incredible. It’s views, a statement, and a culinary adventure all in one. The perfect spot for a relaxed and sophisticated, high-impact dinner.

Thalassa Pool bar: For those sun-drenched days, the poolside service was seamless. It’s the kind of casual luxury that feels both indulgent and completely natural.

Breakfast at Yeronisos: A spectacular start to the day. The spread was not just abundant; it was thoughtfully curated. The space is bright, airy, and sets a positive, energetic tone for whatever lies ahead.

Design & Detail: The Art of the Room

The layout was a masterclass in maximising both space and comfort. The clean, contemporary lines were warmed by natural textures and a palette that mirrored the Cypriot landscape. It’s the kind of design that feels luxurious without being ostentatious, calm, considered, and deeply inviting. As someone who spends their life thinking about guest experience, I appreciated every detail, from the lighting to the quality of the linens (what a comfortable bed!)

Work Mode

Of course, I couldn’t resist switching into work mode and exploring their event spaces. Let me tell you, I was seriously impressed.

The Chapel: It’s a slice of serenity and Cypriot cultural, pure and simple. While it’s important to note that it’s not currently licensed for religious ceremonies, its potential for something incredibly special is undeniable. Imagine an intimate dinner party infront of the chapel as the sun sets? During the right season, it would be absolutely magical.

The Ballrooms & Beyond: The hotel boasts a range of adaptable spaces, all clearly built with professionals in mind. The Amphora Ballroom is their largest, a blank canvas with great technical specs. And yes, I noticed it doesn’t have a sea view, but as I joked during the tour, that’s probably for the best! No distracting your guests from the main event with that gorgeous Mediterranean blue. Sometimes, focus is a good thing.

What truly stood out was the evident considerations for infrastructure. The integrated AV, sound, and lighting systems were top-tier. This isn’t an afterthought; it’s a core part of their offering, which is a huge relief for any planner.

A Nod to the Arts: I was thrilled to learn they host numerous art exhibitions. They have two spaces specifically designed for exhibits, with perfect lighting and flow. This commitment to culture aligns perfectly with a property that feels like a living gallery of design itself.

Until Next Time…

My only regret? Not experiencing their halloumi-making activity! But that just gives me the perfect excuse to return. A property that can make you feel so completely immersed, yet leaves you with a reason to come back, has truly mastered its craft.

Cap St. George isn’t just a hotel; it’s a destination that understands the powerful intersection of travel, design, and heartfelt hospitality. As someone who visits Cyprus multiple times a year but has not a new benchmark for me, and a tremendous source of inspiration. To the team, thank you for a unforgettable experience. I’ll be back—with my event planner’s notebook, and my swimsuit.

Planning your own inspired escape or event? Discover more at https://www.capstgeorges.com/.

A Brief Intermission: Our August Destination is Reflection

Hello, dear readers and fellow dreamers,

For a moment, the constant hum of our keyboards is softening into a gentle, summer silence. The maps we so often spread out across our digital pages are being gently rolled up, not put away, but stored with care.

This August, we are taking a short, five-day vacation… from blogging.

Consider it not a full stop, but a purposeful pause. A quiet comma in the middle of our year’s story. Even the most dedicated event planners need to step away from the screen to truly see the horizon. We are trading one kind of planning for another: the planning of quiet mornings and deep breaths.

But fret not! This is merely a brief intermission. We are not on vacation from the magic; we are simply gathering it.

Behind the scenes, we are weaving together the most beautiful tales from this summer’s adventures. We have journeyed to stunning destinations, walked the halls of breathtaking hotels, and stood in the golden-hour light of incredible venues. We have collected whispers of inspiration from real events and weddings, all to bring you something truly special.

So, while this page rests quietly for a moment, know that we are curating a treasure trove for you. Next month, we return with a grand unveiling: an exclusive blog post sharing all the insider glimpses, the hidden gems, and the spectacular spaces we discovered on our summer site visits.

It will be a guide, an inspiration, and a love letter to the art of event planning.

Until then, we wish you your own moments of sunshine and stillness. We’ll see you in September, ready to journey with you once more.

Yours in planning and adventure,

xoxo
Team Serenity

Its a Summer of Concerts in London

As a disabled concertgoer, attending live music events comes with an extra layer of planning, uncertainty, and sometimes disappointment. From limited spaces on accessible platforms to the hoops we have to jump through to obtain accessible tickets, it can be exhausting, and this is all before you’ve even made it to the event. Since July is disability pride month, I wanted to share some of the experiences I’ve had this summer as a disabled music lover. I’ve had the pleasure of attending a range of events in different genres including Slam Dunk festival, BST Hyde Park for both Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter and a FIDLAR show at Electric Ballroom, as well as Alanis Morissette, All Points East festival and Lewis Capaldi coming up, each with their own accessibility policies and accommodations. Now I know it seems crazy to attend all of these events within a 5 month period, but as an Event Management student I’m justifying it by thinking of it all as extra curricular research!

In an ideal world, I’d have purchased accessible viewing platform tickets for all of these shows but the reality is I was only able to purchase one for the FIDLAR show and All Points East Festival. Given that 1 in 4 people in the UK has a disability (Scope, 2025), It’s easy to see why these tickets sell out almost instantly. Luckily I was still able to get a carer ticket so I could safely attend the shows. Most venues have a carer/personal assistant ticket policy enabling disabled people to still attend, even when not in the accessible viewing areas, without having to endure the extra cost of paying for a carer to attend with them. In order to purchase accessible or carer tickets you have to provide proof of disability, and the policy for this is different at each venue. Some require proof of disability benefits or a blue badge, while others will accept the Nimbus Access Card or a letter from a medical professional. I would love to see a standard policy implemented across all venues and live events regarding proof of disability as it can be taxing on a disabled person to have to check which proof is accepted at each venue and then apply for or locate that proof amongst all the other admin that comes with living with a disability. 

Once all that faff was sorted, it was finally time to start getting excited about all of the live music I’d get to experience. For the majority of the events I’ve attended so far this year, an accessible entrance has been provided, allowing me to bypass the long queues so I can save my energy for the event itself. This is such a helpful accommodation provided by these large events for disabled people with a variety of disabilities from mobility issues, hearing/sight impaired and learning disabilities as it enables everyone to safely enter the venue with ease. Another key accommodation I found incredibly helpful, especially in a festival setting, was the priority given to disabled guests at food, water and entertainment kiosks. There were often dedicated accessible kiosks and queues, and I found BST Hyde park to be particularly good for their accessibility. 

Now, on to the most important part, the music (and if you’re anything like me, the food!). Starting with Slam Dunk festival, a day festival for mostly punk and rock bands. I saw a variety of awesome bands throughout the day and ate some great food, all while waiting for the two headlining bands, Neck Deep and A Day to Remember. Both played incredible sets, but we decided to leave half way through A Day to Remember’s set to beat the traffic getting out of the festival site, an unfortunate reality for many disabled people who simply cannot manage queueing for hours in the car.

Next up was Olivia Rodrigo (27th June) followed by Sabrina Carpenter (5th July) at BST Hyde park. I had primary entry for both days at Hyde park to allow me to visit the merch store and various pop-up entertainments and stands before the queues got too long to manage. Once the festival site started to get busy, we set out our picnic blanket at the main stage and watched all of the opening acts. My favourite openers across both shows had to be Girl In Red and Beabadoobee. Whilst watching the openers, I had some of the most amazing chocolate covered strawberries and finally, a little late to the trend I must admit, I tried the Yorkshire burrito, and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised and would definitely have it again! Having the picnic blanket was a god-send as it allowed me to sit to enjoy the opening acts, reserving my energy for Olivia and Sabrina, at which point you have to stand to have any chance of seeing anything in General Admission because of how packed it gets. Both performances were everything I hoped they’d be and more and the atmosphere in the crowd was crazy. Unfortunately, after the shows at BST Hyde park, they close the 2 underground stations that are closest, meaning there’s roughly a 15 minute walk in either direction to find an open tube station. In future, to make this more accessible, perhaps a partnership between TFL and BST Hyde Park could work by providing a wristband or pass to access customers, granting them access to the closest stations.

Last but not least, the FIDLAR show at Electric Ballroom. Since this was just a concert style show, there was no food onsite. Luckily for me, the venue is on Camden High Street which it’s just a stones throw away from my favourite place in London, the Camden food market. We headed into London a little earlier to grab a bite and chill by the lock before the show. I couldn’t go to Camden and not get my absolute favourite Birria Tacos from Meathead, especially since they offer discounts for Taco Tuesdays. As I previously mentioned, I was able to purchase an accessible viewing area ticket for this show, which provided me with a seat on a raised balcony, safely away from the mosh pits and an incredible view of the stage. Sometimes I attend a show with an ‘accessible ticket’ only to show up to a chair off to the side or right at the back, so it was really refreshing to see that this venue had it so right.

I can’t wait for the rest of the events I’m attending this year and it’ll be interesting to see how they compare in terms of accessibility. I’m so grateful for how far we’ve come in terms of accessibility at these shows but even with all these policies and accommodations in place, it still seems disabled people have to put the most effort into attending these events. As Alanis Morissette once said, “Isn’t it ironic?”

Teegan x